Leek and Potato Soup

Cream soups are my favorite. Apart from being very easy to prepare, the right choice of ingredients can make them a great, healthy, nutrient-dense meal. For today’s lunch, I chose a cream soup that is very rich in fiber and for that reason facilitates bowel function and stimulates bowel movement. This cream of leek and potato soup is a great choice for any time of the year, but it is  especially enjoyable in winter when warm meals and drinks warm up both your body and soul. 

Why is it good for you? 

♥ The leek stimulates the bowel and this is why this soup is a good choice for preventing constipation.

♥ Potatoes are useful because they neutralize excess gastric acid, and are easy to digest.

♥ The combination of leeks and potatoes have an alkaline effect on the body, which contributes to the elimination of harmful substances through the urine and helps keep the blood “clean”.

Recipe: 

Ingredients: 

• 500 gr leeks
• 300 gr potato 
• 1 1/4l water
• sea salt
• a pinch of pepper 
• 4 tbsp olive oil

Directions: 

Peel, wash and cut the leeks and potatoes. In a medium pot, sauté the leeks and potatoes. Add water. Bring to a boil and then let it simmer for 15 minutes. Add salt and paper to taste. Stir occasionally. Puree the soup with a hand-held blender. Serve warm.